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Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
Shri Mansukh Mandaviya reviews Supply and Availability of Fertilizers in Jammu and Kashmir
Minister stresseson shift to Organic Farming Practices
Union Minister of State for Shipping  and Chemical & Fertilizers, Mansukh Mandaviya convened a review meeting regarding supply and availability of fertilizers in Jammu and Kashmir.The Minister said that avenues would be explored to set up storage facilities for fertilizers, to create a buffer stock and ensure no shortages occur during peak demand seasons.
Shri Mandaviya was also apprised of the problems being faced in the fertilizer movement in the State, the need for augmenting current infrastructure including need for opening of additional rake points, to whichhe said that the demand would be taken into consideration.
The Minister also asked the fertilizer supplying companies to ensure timely stocking of fertilizers particularly in the valley in view of the closure of Jammu–Srinagar National Highway during winter and inclement weather conditions.
Shri Mandaviya directed officers of the State Agriculture Production Department and the fertilizer supplying companies to adhere to the guidelines and deadlines to bring transparency in the fertilizer business and to ensure timely supply of quality fertilizers to the farmers. He asked to monitor the correct data entry regarding fertilizer stocks and sale records by the Wholesalers and Retailers in their respective areas.
Stressing on the importance of inculcating sustainable and organic agricultural practices in farmers, the Minister said that indiscriminate and injudicious use of chemical fertilizers is harmful for the health of humans as well as animals. It is essential that government actively supports farmers to shift to organic practices that will not only yield healthy crop but also help improve structure and quality of the soil and increase its ability to hold water and nutrients.’
For this, Shri Mandaviya asked the department to actively promote use of organic/bio-fertilizers in the State. He also asked the department to engage with agriculture experts to identify sustainable ways for adoption of need-based technology in farm sector.
The meeting wasattended by senior officers of State Agriculture Production Department and the fertilizer supplying companies.
Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation
Cabinet approves financial assistance worth Rs.825 Crore for relining of Sirhind Feeder Canal and relining of Rajasthan Feeder Canal
Twin Projects to curb waterlogging in Muktsar, Faridkot and Ferozpur in Punjab
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved providing Central Assistance of Rs. 620.42 Cr. and Rs. 205.758 Cr. for implementation of relining of Rajasthan Feeder Canal and Sirhind Feeder Canal respectively over five years  for Relining of Sirhind Feeder from RD 119700 to 447927 and relining of Rajasthan Feeder from RD 179000to 496000 of Punjab.
Impact:
- Implementation of these twin projects would help in addressing the problem of water-logging in 84800 Ha of land in Muktsar, Faridkot and Ferozpur districts in South-West Punjab.
- Implementation of these projects would address the problem of water logging in South-West Punjab and enhance the flows/ water availability in the two canals.
- Farmers in the area would be benefitted due to stabilisation / improved irrigation in 98,739 Ha of land due to relining of Rajasthan Feeder and 69,086 Ha due to relining of Sirhind Feeder.
Expenditure:
- Funding for CA to the Rajasthan Feeder and Sirhind feeder shall be made through NABARD under existing system for funding of 99 PMKSY-AIBP projects under LTIF.
- In addition to existing monitoring mechanism for projects by Central Water Commission, an Expert Project Review Committee may be constituted to oversee the overall implementation of these projects.
- The approved cost of relining of Sirhind Feeder Canal is Rs. 671.478 Cr and that of relining of Rajasthan Feeder Canal is Rs. 1305.267 Cr, at 2015 PL. Of the total estimated cost, Rs. 826.168 Cr would be provided as Central Assistance .
- Investment Clearance of Revised Cost Estimates amounting to Rs.671.478 crore and Rs.1305.267 crore for Relining of Sirhind Feeder and Relining of Rajasthan Feeder respectively have been accorded on 6th April, 2016.
- The projects were visited by a team under Chairman CWC during 2016 and by another team under Sh. A. B. Pandya, former Chairman, CWC during 2017. They recommended remedial works to be taken up. The Punjab Government also conveyed its financial concurrence on 26.04.2018.
Background
Sirhind and Rajasthan Feeders take off upstream of Harike Head works and flow through Punjab before crossing over to Rajasthan. The twin canals have a common bank and were constructed in the 1960s as lined  channels to convey water to command areas in Punjab and Rajasthan.
The Government of Punjab has reported considerable seepage loss due to damages in the lining of both Sirhind and Rajasthan Feeders. As a result, apart from reduced flows in these canals, the adjacent areas have been affected by water logging causing huge agricultural losses.
The project would mitigate water logging problem and enhance the flows/ water availability in the two canals.
PIB Headquarters
DAVP EXHIBITION IN SHADNAGAR
The Revenue Divisional officer  of Shadnagar, Shri M. Krishna inaugurated a five – day Directorate of Advertising and Visual Publicity  exhibition at the Mandal Panchayat Development office today. The theme of the exhibition is “Sath Hai Vishwas Hai, Ho Raha Vikas Hai”. Speaking on the occasion, Shri Krishna urged people to utilise the government schemes. He said that exhibitions such as this helped in increasing the awareness of the people about the government’s activities.
The exhibition showcases the programmes and achievements of the government – GST, surgical strikes, schemes for the farmers, economically backward, women and children etc. MPP Smt Bujji Babu Naik, Shadnagar, MPDO Smt Rajeshwari, ERDO Smt Sumitra and MEO Mr Shankar Rathod were also present. Field Exhibition Officer Shri Suresh Dharmapuri welcomed the gathering.
Ministry of Finance
Auction for Sale  of ‘New GS 2023’, and ‘5.85% GS 2030’ and ‘6.76% GS 2061’
The Government of India  has announced the Sale  of  ‘New Government Security, 2023’ for a notified amount of ₹3,000 crore  through yield based auction,  ‘5.85% Government Security, 2030’ for a notified amount of ₹14,000 crore  through price based auction, and  ‘6.76% GS 2061’ for a notified amount of ₹9,000 crore  through price based auction. GoI will have the option to retain additional subscription up to ₹6,000 crore against above security/securities. The auctions will be conducted by the Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai Office, Fort, Mumbai on May 14, 2021  using multiple price method.
Up to 5% of the notified amount of the sale of the Securitieswill be allotted to eligible individuals and Institutions as per the Scheme for Non-Competitive Bidding Facility in the Auction of Government Securities.
Both competitive and non-competitive bids for the auction should be submitted in electronic format on the Reserve Bank of India Core Banking Solution  system on May 14, 2021. The non-competitive bids should be submitted between 10.30 a.m. and 11.00 a.m. and the competitive bids should be submitted between 10.30 a.m. and 11.30 a.m.
The result of the auctions will be announced on May 14, 2021  and payment by successful bidders will be on May 17, 2021 .
The Securities will be eligible for “When Issued” trading in accordance with the guidelines on ‘When Issued transactions in Central Government Securities’ issued by the Reserve Bank of India vide circular No. RBI/2018-19/25 dated July 24, 2018 as amended from time to time.
President's Secretariat
Delegation of Young MPs and Political Leaders from Bangladesh Calls on the President
A delegation of young Members of Parliament and political leaders from Bangladesh called on the President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, at Rashtrapati Bhavan today .
Welcoming the delegation to India, the President said that he was delighted to meet the next generation of politicians from Bangladesh. India and Bangladesh are tied together by shared history, culture and familial ties.
The President said that India recognises that a strong, prosperous and progressive Bangladesh is in India’s fundamental national interest. The two countries are confronted with common challenges. Our shared aspirations should lead us to find the best ways to jointly harnessing our resources and capacities. He urged members of the delegation to be ambitious in thinking of new ways in which our partnership can help drive development and create shared prosperity.
Ministry of Civil Aviation
Conditional exemption to Survey of India from Unmanned Aircraft System  Rules, 2021
Enables Survey of India to use drones for mapping of inhabited areas of villages under “SVAMITVA” scheme
Digital spatial data/maps created under drone survey to support preparation of Gram Panchayat Development Plans
Ministry of Civil Aviation  and Directorate General of Civil Aviation  have granted conditional exemption to Survey of India  from Unmanned Aircraft System  Rules, 2021. The drone deployment permission has been granted for large scale mapping of inhabited areas of villages under the central government scheme - Survey of villages and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas . This exemption is valid for a period of one year from the date of approval or until further orders, whichever is earlier and shall be subject to the terms and conditions of the SOP .
The SVAMITVA scheme aims to provide an integrated property validation solution for rural India. The demarcation of Abadi areas  would be done using Drone Surveying technology, with the collaborative efforts of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, State Panchayati Raj Department, State Revenue Department. This permission grant will allow Large Scale Mapping  by Survey of India using drones. The aerial surveillance would generate high resolution and accurate maps to confer ownership property rights. Based on these maps or data, property cards would be issued to the rural household owners.
The digital spatial data/maps created under drone survey will be leveraged for the creation of the spatial analytical tools to support preparation of the Gram Panchayat Development Plan . The images captured through Drones would be processed by Survey of India in its Geographic Information System lab.
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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
A big win for Digital India: Health Ministry’s ‘eSanjeevani’ telemedicine service records 2 lakh tele-consultations
The ‘eSanjeevani’ digital platform of the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare has completed 2 lakh tele-consultations.
This milestone was achieved in a short time period of ten days only since the 9th of August when Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare presided over a meet to commemorate the completion of 1.5 lakh tele-consultations. In what can be seen as a big push for the ‘Digital India’ initiative of the Prime Minister, the eSanjeevani platform has proved its usefulness and easy access for the caregivers and the medical community, and those seeking healthcare services in the times of COVID.
eSanjeevani platform has enabled two types of telemedicine services viz. Doctor-to-Doctor  and Patient-to-Doctor  Tele-consultations. The former is being implemented under the Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centre . It aims to implement tele-consultation in all the 1.5 lakh Health and Wellness Centres in conjunction with identified Medical College hospitals in a ‘Hub and Spoke’ model. States have identified and set up dedicated ‘Hubs’ in Medical Colleges and District hospitals to provide tele-consultation services to ‘Spokes’, i.e SHCs, PHCs and HWCs. The Health Ministry rolled out the second tele-consultation service ‘eSanjeevaniOPD’ enabling patient-to-doctor telemedicine owing to the COVID-19 pandemic in April 2020. This has proved a boon in containing the spread of COVID while simultaneously enabling provisions for non-COVID essential healthcare.
eSanjeevani has been implemented so far by 23 States and other States are in the process of rolling it out.
The top five States which have been utilizing the e-health services being offered through this platform are Tamil Nadu , Uttar Pradesh , Andhra Pradesh , Himachal Pradesh  and Kerala . Andhra Pradesh leads in having the most HWC-medical college interactions with 25,478 consultations while Tamil Nadu leads in the OPD services with 56,346 consultations.
Ministry of Law and Justice
Supreme Court Collegiums
Appointment of Judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts is made under Articles 124, 217 and 224 of the Constitution of India, which do not provide for reservation for any caste or class of persons. As per Memorandum of Procedure for appointment of Judges of High Court, the Chief Justice of High Court is required to initiate the proposal in consultation with two senior most Judges. The Government has therefore been requesting the Chief Justices of High Courts that while sending proposals for appointment of Judges, due consideration be given to suitable candidates belonging to Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, Other Backward Classes, Minorities and Women to ensure social diversity in appointment of Judges in High Courts. As per Constitutional framework, the selection and appointment of Judges in Subordinate Courts is the responsibility of the concerned High Courts and State Governments. More women Judges and lawyers is expected to add to social diversity of the overall justice delivery system.
This information was given by Shri Kiren Rijiju Union Minister of Law and Justice, in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Power
Union Minister for Power and NRE lays foundation stone for extension of Power Grid’s sub-station at Lakhisarai, Bihar
The Union Minister for Power and New & Renewable Energy laid the foundation stone for extension of POWERGRID’s 400/132 kV Lakhisarai Sub-station, at Lakhisarai, Bihar today, 18th August 2023. This sub-station has been built by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited , a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India. As part of the project, 220 kV GIS will be constructed in existing sub-station premises along with installation of 2 transformers of 500 MVA capacity.
MLA Lakhisarai Shri Vijay Kumar Sinha; Member of Legislative Council Shri Ajay Kumar Singh; Chairman and Managing Director of POWERGRID Shri K. Srikanth; Director Project, Mr. Abhay Chowdhary and senior officers of POWERGRID and State Government were also present on the occasion.
Addressing the gathering, the Union Minister for Power and New & Renewable Energy Shri R. K. Singh said that the extension of Power Grid’s sub-station at Lakhisarai will significantly improve electricity availability in the region. The Minister said that this will benefit the entire state of Bihar.
The Minister said that energy capacity of the country is being augmented in order to fulfil future power requirements as well. Shri Singh said that the centre has taken various steps and has given requisite funds to states in order to strengthen the power distribution systems.
Shri Singh said that there should be no reason for load shedding, since adequate systems have been put in place for generation and transmission of power. Asserting that the nation has to become a developed country, the Minister said that the government has formulated law providing for payment by the distribution licensees, of compensation to consumers for violation of standards of performance. Power generators should become a thing of the past, added the Minister.
The extension of the substation at Lakhisarai will lead to improved power availability in Lakhisarai, Sheikhpura, Munger and Jamui districts and will also ease supply of power to meet future energy demand. The installation of state-of-the-art GIS technology of 220 kV voltage level in Lakhisarai sub-station will further strengthen the connectivity of the region to the national grid. The provision of uninterrupted power supply will also lead to industrial and commercial development of the region.
The foundation stone laying programme can be watched here.
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates weightlifter Jeremy Lalrinnunga on winning Gold Medal at Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated weightlifter Jeremy Lalrinnunga on winning Gold Medal at Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham.
In a tweet, the Prime Minister said;
"Our Yuva Shakti is creating history! Congratulations to @raltejeremy, who has won a Gold in his very first CWG and has set a phenomenal CWG record as well. At a young age he’s brought immense pride and glory. Best wishes to him for his future endeavours."
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Ministry of Law and Justice
Online Dispute Resolution
The concept of Online Dispute Resolution in India is at a nascent stage. In order to create an effective implementation framework for Online Dispute Resolution  in India, the NITI Aayog had constituted a high level committee in June 2020under the chairmanship ofJustice A K Sikri, Retired Judge, Supreme Court of India. The Committee was required to develop an action plan that can aid in mainstreaming ODR and thus promote access to justice through ODR.
The report of the committee titled “Designing the future of dispute Resolution: the ODR Policy Plan for India” was released on 29.11.2021. The report recommends measures at three levels to tackle challenges in adopting ODR framework in India.
- At the structural level, it suggests actions to increase digital literacy, improve access to digital infrastructure and train professionals as neutrals to deliver ODR services.
- At the behavioural level, the report recommends adoption of ODR to address disputes involving Government departments and ministries.
- At the regulatory level, the report recommends a soft-touch approach to regulate ODR platforms and services. This involves laying down design and ethical principles to guide ODR service providers to self-regulate while fostering growth and innovations in the ecosystem.
The report also stresses on strengthening the existing legislative framework for ODR by introducing necessary amendments to statutes. The report offers a phased implementation framework for ODR in India.
The Government of India has already initiatedthe steps to strengthen ODR mechanisms in the country. Acknowledging the importance of online dispute resolution, it has been proposed to provide for online mediation under the Mediation Bill, 2021 which was introduced in the Rajya Sabha on 20.12.2021. The online mediation is to be conducted in accordance with the process specified by the Mediation Council of India. The Bill ispresently under examination of the Department-related Parliamentary Standing Committee on Personnel, Public Grievances, Law and Justice.
This information was given by Shri Kiren Rijiju, Union Minister of Law and Justice, in Lok Sabha today.
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
Shri Nitin Gadkari visits Parliament in hydrogen-powered car, emphasizes on need to spread awareness about green Hydrogen for sustainable development
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Shri Nitin Gadkari visited Parliament House by Hydrogen based Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle  today. Demonstrating the car powered by ‘Green Hydrogen’, Shri Gadkari emphasised the need to spread awareness about Hydrogen, FCEV technology and its benefits to support hydrogen-based society for India.
Shri Gadkari assured that Green Hydrogen will be manufactured in India, Green Hydrogen refuelling stations will be established generating sustainable employment opportunities in the country .He said India will soon become Green Hydrogen exporting country.
The Minister said in line with Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi vision of clean and cutting-edge mobility in India, our government, through ‘National Hydrogen Mission’ is committed to focus on green and clean energy.
Prime Minister's Office
PM thanks Bhutan PM for wishes for Chandrayan
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has thanked the Prime Minister of Bhutan for his wishes for successful launch of Chandrayan 3.
In replay to a tweet by the Prime Minister of Bhutan, the Prime Minister, Shri Modi tweeted:
"Thank you, Excellency, for your warm words. Indeed, success of Chandrayaan augurs well for the entire humanity."
Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
All paddy Procurement in Telangana to continue as before at existing MSP as per the MoU between Telangana state and Food Corporation of India
All paddy Procurements in Telangana are continuing and will continue to take place as before at existing MSP as per the MoU signed between State Govt of Telangana and FCI, clarified the spokesperson, Department of Food and Public Distribution, GoI.
It is to bring to the notice of all that a factually wrong News is being spread around and being reported in section of media that Center has stopped paddy procurement in the Telangana State. The Department of Food and Public Distribution clarified that all paddy Procurement in Telangana to continue as before at existing MSP.
Ministry of Tourism
Ministry of Tourism releases ‘Compendium on guidelines for Ayush facilities’
 has brought out accreditation standards and guidelines for AYUSH facilities in the country including Wellness Centres and Panchkarma clinics that are used by tourists.
The Ministry of Tourism under the direction of the Minister of Tourism Dr Mahesh Sharma has therefore compiled the accreditation standards for the various AYUSH facilities and urged the industry for wide acceptance of these standards. The compendium includes accreditation available for the following facilities:
I. Ayurveda Hospitals
II. Yoga and Naturopathy Hospitals
III. Unani Hospitals
IV. Sidha Hospitals
V. Homeopathy Hospitals
VI. Panchkarma Clinics
VII. Wellness Centres
The Minister mentioned that accreditation against globally benchmarked standards would help the industry in providing uniform level of service quality. The Ministry of Tourism provides Market Development Assistance  to Wellness Tourism Service Providers like Hospitals accredited by National Accreditation Board of Hospitals  and Medical Tourism facilitators (Travel Agents/Tour Operators engaged in Medical Tourism and approved by Ministry of Tourism, Government of India for participation in events related to promotion of Medical and Wellness Tourism outside India.
The accredited service providers are also listed on the Ministry of Tourism website and in the Incredible India campaign which has a global reach. This would help potential visitors to have knowledge about the institutions that have been accredited and would follow the quality standards. The details of the accreditation standard are available on Ministry of Tourism’s website www.incredibleindia.org.
World over, holistic and alternative healthcare systems are gaining popularity due to the fact that many diseases are lifestyle related. India has a rich heritage of medical wisdom that prevailed as Ayurveda and Siddha coupled the practice of Yoga that provides well-being for the Body, Mind and Soul. Unani and Homeopathy with their roots outside India have also gained popularity here.
India has traditionally attracted visitors who want to rejuvenate their Body, Mind and Soul. India also attracts visitors for other alternative systems of medicines like Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy. Today, due to advancement in ease and speed of travel, more and more people are travelling in search of better quality, affordable and timely healthcare and wellness options. The Wellness Tourism industry globally is expected to reach 678 billion US Dollars by 2017 and it is one of the most important tourism products for India.